This Lexus may have pink wheels but that is not a sign of weakness, in fact, it could be taken as the complete opposite, because to have wheels painted in those colours, you are going to need to have something impressive to back it up with. On the other pink is a cool colour and they may just like it!

This is 2005 model, which is the last of the first generation IS cars, but despite the age this Lexus is very desirable and came with choice of 2.0 litre and 3.0 litre engines and four choices of gear box. Some modified versions of these cars have been known to push out around 1000 HP and that takes some handling.

This car has been worked on by Kazama Auto’s; it’s a car with 600 HP under the hood, which is nothing to be knocked when you consider the average car producing 100 HP. Despite all of the work done on this car, it still has the look of a Lexus and that is very important when it comes to building a great car.

2005 Lexus IS-GT Concept (IS 250/GSE20)

Owner kazama Auto Service

Hometown Kasukabe-Shi, Saitama, Japan

Occupation Tuning shop/RC retail outlet

Power; 600ps

Engine 3.0L 2JZ-GTE; GReddy/Trust T78-29D turbo kit, AIRINX filter, intake plenum, cam gears and exhaust manifold; SARD 800cc fuel injectors, fuel rail, fuel regulator and fuel collector tank; HKS racing spark plugs and Legamax mufflers; Kazama Auto custom turbo piping, intercooler piping, front/mid-pipe and Wastegate pipe; custom painted valve cover

Drivetrain JZA80 Supra Getrag 6-speed transmission; Kazama Auto custom driveshaft; ORC metal twin 659D clutch; Tomei 2-way LSD

Engine management HKS V-Pro and EVC 5 boost controller

Footwork & Chassis DG-5 coilovers for Lexus IS-F (front: 12kg/mm; rear: 6kg/mm)

Brakes Endless 6-pot front/rear calliper system with slotted rotors and high performance brake pads

Wheels & Tires 18×9.5 RAYS Gram Lights 57D (show); 18×9.5 RAYS Gram Lights R57GT (street); Goodyear Eagle RS Sports 255/35R18 (front)/265/35R18 (rear)

Exterior Kazama Auto Luxor GT concept aero kit, including front/rear bumpers, front/rear fenders, side skirts, rear door panels and rear canards; Masa carbon hood; custom carbon-fibre roof overlay; G Corporation customized LED headlight system

Interior Bride Gias II front seats and custom upholstered door panels/rear seats; Nardi steering wheel

Source [Super Street Online]

Lexus IS350 06+ ICHIBA Wheel Spacers Version I 5mm

Product Description of the 06+ ICHIBA Wheel Spacers for Lexus:

Description: Wheel Spacers are made from Aluminium/Magnesium alloy. They are incredibly strong and very lightweight. These are hub centric spacers that is specifically made to each vehicle; will fitted on your vehicle’s original hub perfectly without any gap. Wheel spacers move the wheel out from the hub, effectively widening the stance of the vehicle and lowering its roll centre. This simple modification increases lateral stability, which in turn provides improved handling & greater safety. Note: Sold as one pair (2pcs) with longer studs. Fitment : Lexus ES300 92+ Lexus ES330 04+ Lexus ES350 07+ Lexus GS300 98+ Lexus GS350 05+ Lexus GS400 98+ Lexus GS430 01+ Lexus GS450 05+ Lexus GS460 08+ Lexus IS250 06+ Lexus IS300 01+ Lexus IS350 06+ Lexus ISF 08+ Lexus LS400 89+ Lexus LS430 01+ Lexus RX300 98+ Lexus RX330 04+ Lexus RX350 07+ Lexus RX400 06+ Lexus SC300 91+ Lexus SC400 91+ Lexus SC430 01+ Toyota Camry 92+ Toyota Highlander 01+ Toyota MR-2 91-95 Toyota RAV4 96+ Toyota Solara 99+ Toyota Supra 86-93 Toyota Tacoma 95+ 5 LUG ¡@

Priced at $70.99

Source [Amazon]

Short Ram Air Induction Intake System with Air Filter Lexus IS 300

Product Description of the Short Ram Air Induction Intake System:

Short ram air induction intake system for the Lexus IS 300 is engineered to reduce intake restriction by smoothing out and straightening airflow. This design allows the Lexus IS 300 engine to inhale a larger volume of air than the OEM air filter assembly. The extended aluminium piping amplifies the effect by delivering colder air that contains more oxygen. The greater volume of air translates into a more powerful combustion (sound). The best of both worlds is at your fingertips. Short ram air intake system takes it to the next level by making installation a breeze. The short distance of the pipe allows air filter to be easily attached. The intake system comes complete with quality aluminium pipes, filters, hoses, stainless steel clamps, and brackets. Give your Lexus IS 300 the ultra high performance look, aggressive tune and incredible horsepower gain it needs. * Does not come with CARB sticker please check with your State’s Motor Vehicle Department for regulation. Coupling and hose maybe in the colour of red/blue/black.

List Price: $58.50

Price: $45.00 

You Save: $13.50 (23%) 

Source [Amazon]

So looking at the these images that Steve Demmitt has taken it is clear that this is no Toyota by anybodies standards, this is a brand that stands alone now and competes with the best performance cars in the world and does alright against them. This new Lexus IS F is something else though, offering 416 HP from the 5.0 ltr 32 valve V8 engine.

This model is the auto version, but with eight gears, it is hardly going to feel like it, because those gears and the superb engine means that access to all of the HP is almost instant, unlike the standard auto car, which can be a little bit restricted when in racing conditions.

Features of the brilliant Lexus IS F:

SPECS Test Vehicle: 2008 Lexus IS F

Base Price: $56,765 (including a $765 destination charge)

Engine Size and Type: 5.0-liter V-8

Engine Horsepower: 416 at 6,600 rpm

Engine Torque: 371 lb.-ft. at 5,200 rpm

Transmission: Eight-speed automatic

Curb Weight, lbs.: 3,780

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 16/23 mpg

Length: 183.5 inches

Width: 71.5 inches

Wheelbase: 107.5 inches

Height: 55.7 inches

Legroom (front/rear): 43.9/30.6

Headroom (front/rear): 37.2/36.7

Max. Seating Capacity: Four

Max. Cargo Volume, cu.ft.: 13.3

Source [Tunerzine]

Short Ram Air Induction Intake System with Air Filter – Lexus IS 300 2001-2005

Product Features of the Short Ram Air Induction Intake System:

T6061 mendrel bend polish aluminium pipe

OEM specification and fitment

Reusable air filter

Horse, coupling, and hardware included

Does not come with CARB emission sticker

Short ram air induction intake system is engineered to reduce intake restriction by smoothing out and straightening airflow. This design allows the engine to inhale a larger volume of air than the OEM air filter assembly. The greater volume of air translates into a more powerful combustion to yield more horse power. Short ram air intake system takes it to the next level by making installation a breeze. The short distance of the pipe allows air filter to be easily attached. The intake system comes complete with quality aluminium pipes, filters, hoses, stainless steel clamps, and brackets. Give your Honda Accord the ultra high performance look, aggressive tune and incredible horsepower gain it needs. * Does not come with CARB sticker please check with your State’s Motor Vehicle Department for regulation. Coupling and hose maybe in the colour of red/blue/black.

List Price: $58.50

Price: $45.00 

You Save: $13.50 (23%) 

Source [Amazon]

NEW O2 Oxygen Sensor 01-05 Lexus IS300 3.0L L6

Product Description of the O2 Oxygen Sensor:

Sixty Premium OE Grade Automotive Oxygen Sensors offer industry standard, vehicle application specific replacements for OEM sensors. Our sensors are manufactured and assembled under ISO 9001/14001, TS-16949 and SAE (Society of Automotive Engineering) Quality Standards.

Improve gas mileage, reduce hydrocarbon emissions, and reduce engine wear to prevent catalytic converter failure.

Correct oxygen sensor related CEL (Check Engine Light) and DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) failures for smog certification.

Hydraulically formed, laser-welded, corrosion resistant stainless steel housings.

Stabilized, long-life YSZ (Yttrium Silicon Zirconium) ceramic sensor element with high-temperature teflon insulated wires.

OEM length wires and abrasion resistant Kevlar/fibreglass protective cable sleeves.

Direct-Fit OEM electrical connectors with silicone-rubber moisture seals.

Industry standard screw-mount threads with pre-installed metal compression gaskets.

Priced at $76.83

Source [Amazon]